Hi, I'm Vlad Serban - Royalty reporting is a chore | ex-Google, Dolby
I'm driven by building ecosystems and scaling tech businesses, particularly in AI and consumer electronics. I thrive when transforming complex products into market-ready solutions and forging strategic partnerships that unlock exponential growth.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Managed a $50M+ P&L for strategic initiatives at Google, scaling partner networks from dozens to thousands.
Currently building a stealth startup, applying deep technical fluency in AI-native products and APIs.
Can provide strategic guidance on scaling partner ecosystems and developing go-to-market strategies.
🚀 Career trajectory
Founding E-commerce
Owned and operated an e-commerce business, gaining direct experience in retail marketing and operations.
✦ E-commerce
✦ Retail Marketing
✦ Entrepreneurship
Strategic Partnerships at Google
Developed and managed strategic partnerships for Smart Home products, honing skills in licensing and market expansion.
✦ Strategic Partnerships
✦ Smart Home
✦ Licensing
Product Management Ascension
Transitioned into product management, focusing on technical product development and market strategy.
✦ Product Management
✦ Technology Strategy
Founder - Stealth Startup
Currently building a new venture, applying extensive experience in partnerships, sales, and product leadership.
✦ Founder
✦ Venture Building
✦ AI
✦ Software
💪🏻 Superpowers
Ecosystem Architect
Building scalable partner networks from the ground up.
✦ Grew partner ecosystem from 40 to 2,500+.
✦ Managed $50M+ P&L for strategic initiatives.
✦ Expert in fostering third-party partnerships.
AI & API Integrator
Translating complex tech into market-ready solutions.
✦ Deep technical fluency in AI-native products.
✦ Drove go-to-market strategies for API-based products.
✦ Bridged Product and Engineering for seamless launches.
Growth Catalyst
Driving revenue and market penetration through strategic sales.
✦ Proven track record in sales pipeline development.
✦ Skilled in account and business relationship management.
✦ Experience across software and consumer electronics sectors.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering innovative startups for potential collaboration or investment.
✦ Connecting with founders and leaders in AI and deep tech.
✦ Exploring new market opportunities and growth strategies.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on scaling partner ecosystems.
✦ Offer insights into go-to-market strategies for tech products.
✦ Share expertise on P&L management and sales development.
I would love your help on
✦ Introductions to VCs specializing in early-stage AI.
✦ Mentorship on navigating early-stage startup challenges.
✦ Feedback on innovative product concepts in consumer tech.